Trening
Training & internships
Training research workers is part of VARTC's legal mandate. Inspire the next generation of ni-Vanuatu scientists.
Farmer courses
Climate-ready crops, sustainable farming systems and climate adaptation; cattle management; training on request in every section.[1]
Seed champions
Seed-systems training at VARTC under SPC Pacific Seeds for Life, 1–5 August 2023.[2]
Regional courses
VARTC hosted a regional coconut genetic resources course in 1999.[3]
Women farmers
The ACIAR beef project held its first women's training day at VARTC.[4]
University internships
Placements in the programmes for agriculture and science students.
Research attachments & PhDs
VARTC has hosted generations of MSc and PhD researchers, from Roger Malapa to today's root-crop scientists.[5]
School visits
Field visits to the station for schools — see School visits & virtual tour.
Inspire the next generation
"You can reach the highest degree in science"
Dr Vincent Lebot's words in tribute to Dr Roger Malapa, the first ni-Vanuatu PhD in science, who trained VARTC and DARD staff in yam breeding.[6]
Apply
Tell us what you'd like to learn, when, and where you study or farm.